*NEWSPAPER HEADLINES FOR WEDNESDAY 4TH JUNE 2025*


*PUNCH*

IHRC seeks FG’s intervention as NAFDAC shutdown cripples Anambra drug market

2027: Group perfects plans to produce Uzodimma’s successor

Abia to reintroduce sanitary inspectors

Uzodimma unveils gas processing plant

NDDC director highlights educational support in Abia

My life in danger, pensioner laments in Abia

Family petitions NIDCOM, embassy over Nigerian killed in Switzerland

Kalu inaugurates over 20,000 Renewed Hope members in Abia

Lawyer urges Tinubu to stop Wike’s monthly media chats

Sallah: Lagos warns against improper waste disposal

LASG trains officials in disease surveillance

Foundation gifts wheelchair to special needs children in Abia

Experts caution against erecting structures on waterways

Physician outlines telemedicine’s role in healthcare delivery

Lagos reports five women killed by domestic violence in 2024 — DSVA

Customs clarify viral shooting video, says incident happened in 2019

PICTORIAL: Tinubu Hosts Osun gov, Davido in Lagos

Police give N37m to families of deceased officers in Abuja

NYSC wants better work conditions for corps members

I want to be called Alaafin of Iwo - Oluwo

No quick breakthrough in Ukraine talks, says Russia

Tinubu confers national honour on Bill Gates

Insecurity: COAS in Benue for emergency talks

Ekiti assembly passed 24 bills, 63 resolutions in two years -Lawmakers

62 airlines transported pilgrims to S'Arabia in 3,314 flights - Official

Presidency counters factional Afenifere's claims, lists Tinubu’s reform gains

I don’t know any other title in Yorubaland superior to Alaafin - Oluwo

Adeleke urges S'West to embrace renewable energy

Don’t wait for white-collar jobs, NYSC advises corps members

Tony Elumelu expands UBA ownership, buys N43.91bn shares

Katsina declares seven-day Sallah holiday for schools

Man falls from 26-storey Cocoa House in Oyo



*VANGUARD*

5 women die due to domestic violence in 2024 – Lagos Govt

Zulum lauds military over killing of top ISWAP commander Abu Fatima

NIMR records major success in HIV prevention

Photos: Fubara visits Tinubu in Lagos

Tinubu awards national honour to Bill Gates for fighting poverty in Africa

Uzodimma means well for Imolites, we must embrace change for devt – Enyinna Onuegbu

FG partners Gates Foundation on $7.5m Nigerian AI scaling hub

Kudirat Abiola: Why we need to raise children who’ll defend Nigeria — Abiola, Odumakin

Musk blasts Trump’s signature bill as ‘disgusting abomination’

Troops gaining momentum, eliminating Boko Haram in Northeast – Badaru

Presidency lists Tinubu’s gains to counter factional Afenifere’s criticism

Why I established Leadership Institute – Obasanjo 

FG saves 12m girls from cervical cancer in 9 months – First Lady

Ban on Sallah durbar still in force in Kano – Joint security agencies

Customs clarifies shooting video

FG orders urgent vulnerability assessment of Prisons

New terrorist group, Mahmuda kills 3 in Kwara community

Health remains top priority of my administration – Aiyedatiwa

Governors pledge to eliminate cervical cancer in Nigeria

Mother of jailed activist nears 250 days hunger strike, says she’s ready to die

Olowu to Alaafin, Ooni: Emulate Sultan of Sokoto, Shehu of Borno’s cordial relationship

Don’t wait for white-collar jobs – NYSC advises corps members

Police burst terror camp, arrest 9 in Imo



*THE NATION*

Tinubu confers Nigeria's top honour on Bill Gates

Ibas appoints 11 Permanent Secretaries in Rivers

JUST IN: Fubara visits Tinubu in Lagos

Mokwa: NEMA warns of waterborne disease outbreak, shelter shortage

CDS Musa calls for border fencing to curb terrorism, transborder crimes

Presidency challenges opposition to present alternatives, not just criticisms

FG threatens to prosecute parents, guardian aiding exam malpractices

Uzodimma shuts down mining sites in Owerri

Nasarawa Assembly demands justice for DPO killed in Kano

Tinubu's reforms yielded ₦3.42 trillion trade surplus in 2024, says Reps deputy speaker

We’re dealing with resurgence of Boko Haram in northeast - FG

Northern elders mourn Niger flood victims, urges FG to act swiftly on relief materials

Niger govt receives over N203m, rice donations for Mokwa flood victims

NESREA to launch digital waste marketplace to drive circular economy in Nigeria

Gov. Otti commends Abia-born immigration officer who rejected N10m bribe

Police arrest 23 over Mushin disturbances, beef up security

Oluwo warns Oyomesi, chiefs against opposing Alaafin as Oba Owoade visits Iwo

Bago grants state pardon to 11 death row convicts

Suspected gunmen murder man, abduct wife in Imo community

Wage dispute: JUSUN suspends strike for one month

FG begins payment of N44,000 minimum wage arrears to ex-corps members

2027: Tinubu deserves support, not betrayal – DOJ coordinator slams El-Rufai

Customs seizes bulletproof vests, prohibited goods worth N1.2b in two weeks

Fuel subsidy removal, anti-theft efforts boosting investor confidence – Oil sector player

First Lady calls on stakeholders to join forces to eliminate cervical cancer in Nigeria

60 percent of MDAs consistently failed to comply with financial regulations, says Reps committee

Benin Crown Prince backs Okpebholo's anti-cultism campaign

PENGASSAN women move against stereotype

Abducted monarch in Nasarawa rescued by police

Nigeria to host West Africa economic summit in June 2025 – Tuggar

FG, NIRSAL train livestock producers to benefit from $2.5bn JBS deal

Gbagyi group slams El-Rufai over alleged attacks on Tinubu

Shettima, Adesina, others to discuss issues around civil service's leadership

Nasboi: Co-signs from A-List artists key to success of most young musicians



*THISDAY*

Mokwa Flood: Tinubu Directs Repairs of Damaged Bridge, Says Minister

As Co-Architects of the Future Join FIRS Workforce, Adedeji Charges New Recruits to Lead With Integrity, Innovation

Quick Fire Wagers: Mastering The One-Click Bet Feature On The 1xBet App

Overbilling: Enugu Electricity Regulatory Commission Orders MainPower to Refund over 20,000 Customers

Reimagining Blockchain Privacy: How Sunday Abayomi Joseph is Changing Conversation on Data Protection in Finance

At Cannes, James Omokwe, Lilian Olubi Discuss Cultural Authenticity in Storytelling

JUSUN Suspends Strike to Enable CJN, Others Intervene

Why Ogun Has Nigerias Lowest Food Inflation Rate

FG Dismisses Claims Linking Mokwa Flood to Dam Failure

Lagos Reads Riot Act to Residents on Environmental Infractions

FMDA President Seeks Transparent, Digitised Fixed Income Market

2027: APC Debunks News of Automatic Tickets for NAssembly Members

Education Minister Pledges Inclusivity, Fairness in CBT Rollout for WAEC, NECO

Nigeria Partners UNICEF To Train 20m Youth In Digital Skills By 2030

From Extraction to Enablement Reimagining Governance, Growth, and Taxation in Nigeria

Osun PDP Hails GSI Survey

Much Ado About Tinubus Harmonised Tax Reforms Bills

As Bayelsa Community Protest Alleged Neglect By Oil Firms

Paripesa: when betting is a pleasure

WAEC: Leakages, Compromises, Logistics Challenges Caused Night Examination

Aiyedatiwa Flags OffIgbokoda-Okitipupa Road Dualisation

DOA to Host 4th Annual TMT Business Series

Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye LCDA Sells Sallah Rams at Subsidized Rates to Residents

As Ighodalo Heads to S Court Over Edo Guber Poll Judicial Verdicts

How the Nigerian Air Force is Boosting Morale, Operational Efficiency through Premium

Felabration 2025 Calls for Entries for Fashion Competition

At AfricanaXperience, Africana Couture, Trax Apparel Deliver a Thrilling SpringPop

MADE KUTIS LIFE AS WE KNOW IT A THOUGHT-PROVOKING ANTHEM THAT HITS CLOSE TO HOME

Bamidele Olamilekan Inducted as Fellow Of the Institute of Management Consultant (FIMC) via (ICMCI)

Stock Market Commences June Positive, Gains N172bn on Demand for MTNN

Parallex Bank Appoints Rachel Akhuetie as Non-Executive Director

Mandilas Highlights Economic Milestones in Nigeria at 75th Anniversary

Vitel Wireless Completes Interconnectivity with All Major Network Operators

NUPRC, Ctee on Domestic Crude Oil Sale Deepen Collaboration

Oil Price Jumps on OPECs July Hike Decision

$2.3m Debt Forgiveness: Former Union Bank Director Testifies in Arik-AMCON Fraud Trial

Midterm Assessment: Group Hails Tinubu on Oil Sector Reforms

KENNA Convenes Infrastructure Colloquium in Enugu to Address Financing Gaps

Discos Revenues Shrink Amid Exit of High Networth Customers from National Grid

FG Urged to Probe Foreign Shipping Giant on Tax Remittances

NGRI Seeks Modern Technologies, Reforms to Cut Methane Emissions

Mid-term, Coastal Road And Other Stories

Withdrawals Alter Chelles Eagles to Face Russia on Friday

Nigeria Clinches Bronze Medal at 19thAfrican Sambo Championship

French Open: Djokovic Ends Norries Run to Advance in Paris

GTI, Youth Group Commiseratewith Kano Over Loss of Athletes, Officials

Presidency: Tinubus Diplomatic Shuttles Have Attracted $50bn FDIs in Two Years

Wike: Im An Asset to Tinubus Second Term Bid, Blasts Amaechi for Trivialising Hunger

Obi: Niger Flooding is a Tragic Reminder of Our Shared Humanity

Weve Negotiated 300% Pay Rise for Members, Says PENGASAN

FG Urges Stakeholders to Restore Confidence in Financial Inclusion Programme

Shettima: Well Move Nigeria from Cocoa Production to Processing

Nestl Partners Livestock Ministry to Advance Dairy Skills, Boost Value Chain

Ododo: BOI Set to Transform Economic Landscape in Kogi

FG: Despite Criticism, CNG Initiative Has Attracted $500m, Created over 10,000 Jobs

Civil Servants to Own Homes at Single-digit Interest Rate as FG Unveils Mortgage Plan

Ogun, Partners Provide Free Healthcare Service to 2000 Residents

Circular Economy: NESREA Set to Unveil Digital Marketplace for Waste

NDLEA Seeks Integrated Approach to Tackle Drug Abuse, Mental Health



*DAILY TRUST*

Rising Terror Threats And Shifting Alliances: A Strategic Wake-Up Call For Nigeria

Presidency hits rebellious Afenifere over criticism of Tinubu

Oluwo: No other title superior to Alaafin in Yorubaland

Eid-el-Kabir: Police ban durbar in Kano

How Ondo Monarch was Molested During Road Flag-off By Governor

PDP deputy govship candidate defects to APC in Ogun

Make governors implement LG autonomy, Showunmi tells Tinubu

Edo community revives 30-yr-old tradition

Kano 22: Barau pays condolence visit to families of late athletes, donates N22m

Kano: Thugs attack NSCDC office After killing of phone snatcher

APC using state resources to undermine opposition Nenadi Usman

Ondo Deputy Speaker Resigns, Majority Leader Steps Down

Abati: Wike may soon insult Tinubu

You lack moral ground to criticise Tinubu, Shehu Sani hits back at El-Rufai, Amaechi

FG: Data collection system in many states remain sub-optimal, paper based

Teenager killed, dozens injured as earthquake hits Turkey

Assessing Cardosos Pathway to Winning Central Bank Governor of The Year Award

After N30m ransom, Bandits Release Man whose wife was killed in captivity

NIGERIA DAILY : How To Prevent Damages From Flooding

Some Tinubus ministers, service chiefs should go Orji Kalu

FRSC probes Kano road crash that killed 22 athletes, officials

Borno CJ to open Nigerias justice tech event

Nigeria seeks $25bn investment for undersea gas pipeline to Europe

Wema Bank Wins Commercial Bank of the Year at 2025 NCMC awards

Hajj: Nigerian pilgrim dies in Mecca

2 die as scavengers attempt to remove mans window in Abuja

Son remanded for allegedly killing mother in Osogbo

Man accused of raping stepdaughter in Bauchi

3 out of 4 abducted victims rescued in Kogi community

Man in court for allegedly stealing clothes in Ekiti

29 internet fraudsters jailed

30 sanitation offenders jailed in Ekiti

SPPG advocates mental health campaign in FCT, states

Wike meets Kpaduma, Guzape chiefs over planned evacuation

Terrorists attack Mali army base, Timbuktu airport

Ill remain in PDP, lead Tinubus re-election campaign Wike

Adamawa: How Ganwari Ganyes 25-year reign was celebrated

Zamfara Airstrikes: NAF, locals differ over casualty figures

Another blood bath in Benue, 58 killed

Why course participant was suspended NIPSS

Ondo: WASSCE candidates mother, 4 others arrested over attack on teacher

Sultan urges ICPC to intensify dialogue on asset recovery, corruption fight

FG mandates employees compensation scheme for all public workers

Mokwa flood: Death toll hits 200, over 500 missing

Super Eagles Chukwueze, Ndidi, Nwabali out of Russia friendly

Griezmann extends Atletico Madrid contract

Reps committee probes glitches in conduct of 2025 WASSCE

Eid-el-Kabir: Dealers decry low patronage as prices of rams soar in Abuja

Wike meets Kpaduma, Guzape chiefs over planed evacuation

UK sides with Morocco in dispute over Western Sahara

War continues as Ukraine, Russia fail to reach ceasefire agreement

Firm calls for fuel price reduction

Land subsidy ll reduce purchase cost by 50% Expert

Overbilling: Commission orders refund to over 20,000 electricity customers

FG announces new measures to tackle Internet fraud, cyber insecurity

Smuggling: FG threatens to shut down filling stations in border towns

ECOWAS trade facilitation committee tours nations port

TCN assures of improved power in Kaduna with new substation

Unlicensed project managers wont operate henceforth CIPMN



*NEW TELEGRAPH*

Bobrisky Addresses Ladies Sliding Into His DM

Stop Calling My Child Duduke Simi Tells Nigerians

Mercy Johnson Is Down With Sickness Angela Okorie Alleges

Go Into Business, NYSC Tells Passing-Out Rivers Corps Members

Peak Milk Champions Campaign On Quality Nutrition

Cultism: Ijaw Agitator Accepts Okpebholos Amnesty Offer

Judicial Workers Suspend Strike, Resumes Wednesday

MDAs Yet To Account For N300b Reps

Benin Crown Prince Supports Edo Govts Anti-Cultism Campaign

Police Ban Emirs Sanusi, Bayero From Holding Sallah Durbar

LASG Cracks Down On Environmental Offences

Gov Bago Grants State Pardon To 11 Death Row Inmates

Art Of Being WYWRD: Where Fashion Meets Fearless Individuality

Anambra 2025: LPs Moghalu Unveils Okaro As Running Mate

2027: Shun Personal Ambition, LP Tells Opposition

Suspected Rapist, Kidnappers, Robbers Arrested In Osun

Customs Seizes N1.28b Worth Of Bulletproof Vests, Rice, Others

Obasanjo Leadership Institute Model For Africa Ghanaian President

Kidnapping: Kwara Assembly Takes Tough Stance On Menace

Lagos Cultural Revival: 30 Monuments Under Restoration Benson-Awoyinka

Protests Erupt In Ondo Community After Monarch, Chief Clash

24Telemed Deploys Telemedicine Services Across 326 PHCs In Anambra

Benue Appeal Panel Upholds APC Victory In All 23 LGAs, Seals Major Win For Gov Alia

FUO Students Denied Entry Over Alleged Indecent Dressing

EPL: Sancho Returns To Man Utd, Chelsea To pay 5m Penalty

Scholes Advises Man Utd To Sign Osimhen, Gyokeres

Insecurity: Benue Women Protest Over Killings

JUSUN Suspends Strike Following CJNs Intervention

EKHA Stresses Commitment To Legal Policies For Good Governance

Surge On TVET Portal Excites Minister

Ajax Youngster, Ouazane To Join Real Madrid

FG To Prosecute Parents, Guardians Aiding Examination Malpractice

Ondo Govt Upgrades Drug Warehouse

Nigerians Dying Because Tinubu Cant Protect Them- Kenneth Okonkwo

VeryDarkMan Reacts After Pastor David Ibiyeomie Vows To Arrest Bloggers Reporting News on Him

Support Soldiers In Fight Against Terrorists, CDS Urges Nigerians

Mokwa Flood: FG Warns States, Says More Rainfall Expected

Okorocha Dismisses Claim On Dumping APC

VeryDarkMan Reacts After Pastor David Ibiyeomie Vows To Arrest Bloggers Reporting News on Him

Made Kuti Drops New Single Life As We Know It

Anambra Loses 39-Year-Old Associate Professor

Patients Of Malnutrition Problem In North Needs Urgent Attention Mahmud

Plateau Govt Cracks Down On Motorcycle Operators In Jos

Deputy Speaker, Majority Leader Resign In Ondo Assembly

Tinubus Two-Year Achievements Proof Of Visionary Leadership Idris

NGO Empowers Young Girls In Cross River Community

Lanre Alfred Celebrates Sanwo-Olu At 60

2027 Will Be Referendum On Tinubus Leadership Atiku Fires Back At APC

Federal Workers Vow To Occupy Aso Villa Over Outstanding Arrears

Wike Aide Olayinka Blasts Abati Over Rude Comment

Not Less Than 5 Cases Of Obstetric Fistula In Every 1,000 Deliveries Gynaecologist

Aisha Yesufu Urges Nigerians To Lead As Anti-Tinubu Coalition Grows Ahead Of 2027

Presidency To Clear N2tn Power Debt

Nollywood Should Do Slave Trade Story Pearl Wats

APC Dashes Lawmakers Hopes, Says No Automatic Tickets

UK Endorses Moroccan Autonomy Plan On Western Sahara

Shehu Sani Slams El-Rufai, Amaechi Over Criticism On Nigeria Govt

Dont Take Another Loan, Mamza Urges Tinubu

Incessant Airstrikes Targeting Residents Group



*THE SUN*

Wage Bill: JUSUN suspends strike for one month

NCC issues new directive on USSD charges

COAS Oloyede relocates to Benue, meets with Gov Alia

Presidency responds to Afenifere, says statement deceitful and jaundiced, highlights Tinubus progress in two years

No traditional title higher than Alaafin in Yorubaland Oluwo

Army dismisses allegations against former Operation Safe Haven commander by soldier on AWOL

CCYF backs Pastor David Ibieyome, warns against distortion of the gospelforclout

We will dislodge APC in Kaduna in 2027 PDP chairman

Reps uncover N250bn unexplained expenditure in 2020/2021 OAuGFs report

FEC approves NUDP to guide urban planning

Niger Governor grants pardon to 11 convicts on death row in the State

Customs arrests 7 suspects, seizes drugs, bulletproof vests worth N1.285bn

Night exam: WAEC denies cancellation of English Language

Lawmakers begin probe on 5% users charge on petrol, diesel

Benue killings: Army chief meets Alia, appeals for support, cooperation with military to end menace

No administration has done what Tinubu did in two years Minister

Police rescue abducted Traditional ruler in Nasarawa community

Okorocha denies claims discrediting APC, reaffirms commitment

Transfer: Jay-Jay Okocha advises Osimhen on club to join

5 clubs Ronaldo might join after Al-Nassr exit

Overbilling: EERC orders MainPower to refund over 20,000 customers

My support for Tinubu not for personal gain Senator Kalu

Wike: Im asset to Tinubus 2027 campaign

Stop playing politics with financial institutions, ADC national chairman tells Tinubu

Nigeria not practicing true democracy Obidigbo

Why APCll defeat Dying PDP again in 2027 Omegara, ex rep member

Tinubu, Ganduje lauded as APC hits 10

Wike: I enjoy stepping on toes of the rich in FCT development drive

Stop playing politics with financial institutions, ADC National chairman tells Tinubu

Massive withdrawal rocks Eagles, Russia friendly

Chukwueze: Last season was one of my worst

Osimhen seeks 20m annually for 5 years from Galatasaray

Nigeria reaffirms its readiness for the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games in Saudi Arabia

Oyetola commiserates with Kano govt over death of 21 athletes

NBSL mourns tragic loss of contingents

GTI laments tragic death of Kano athletes, officials

PFL announces full card for inaugural PFL Africa event

Milan to raid Club Bruge for Onyedika

FIFA Club Management Programme berths in Nigeria

Cooking gas prices soar, 12.5kg hits N21,000

NCAT worst-paying aviation agency Dr Ismaila, Rector/CEO

Experts outline strategies to prevent food, nutrition crises for 30.6m Nigerians

Nigerias dairy paradox: Millions of cattle, no milk

Alternative Bank backs research for better livestock feed

Nigerias economy rebounding Cardoso

Stakeholders demand immediate implementation of Right to Food Act

Unity Bank, AfriGo partner to expand e-payment access

Access Bank acquires National Bank of Kenya

Fitch upgrades Fidelity Banks rating to A+

Uzodimma: Were not just building bridges but delivering enduring infrastructure

PRAISE AND PASSION

PART 6

The camera flashes exploded like gunfire, each one searing Bukola’s vision with white-hot judgment. She could feel the crowd’s hatred like physical blows—the hissed prayers, the iPhones thrust in her face, the way Pastor Adeleke’s smirk deepened as her fingers trembled in Tobi’s grip.

"Repent now!" a woman shrieked from the mob, waving a Bible like a weapon. "Confess your sins before hell claims you!"

Tobi’s arm tightened around her waist. "Keep walking," he muttered through clenched teeth.

But then—

"BROTHER TOBI!"

A voice sliced through the chaos.

A young woman in a ripped choir robe fought against security, her braids wild around a face streaked with tears. "You promised!" she screamed. "You promised he’d pay for what he did to me!"

Tobi went rigid.

Bukola felt the shift in him—the way his breath stopped, the way his fingers dug into her hip hard enough to bruise. "Tobi? Who is—"

Pastor Adeleke’s microphone shrieked with feedback as he stepped between them and the girl. "Another deceived soul! But we must focus on the sinner before us!" He gestured grandly at Bukola. "Will you repent, Gospel Girl?"

The crowd roared.

Bukola opened her mouth—

CRACK.

A sound like lightning split the air.

Every head whipped toward the hotel’s giant LED screen.

Where Bukola’s face should have been, there was…

Audio waves.

And then Pastor Adeleke’s voice, slick with sin, filled the lobby:

"You’ll sleep with me, or your brother loses his scholarship. Unless you want his blood on your hands?"

The girl in the choir robe—Tobi’s sister—burst into fresh sobs.

The crowd’s fury turned like a tidal wave.

"Liar!" Adeleke shouted, but the recording continued:

"Such a pretty little mouth. Open it for your pastor, eh?"

Silence.

Then—

Chaos.

Tobi moved like a man possessed, shoving through the now-enraged crowd, dragging Bukola behind him. Mama Nkechi materialized at their side, shoving car keys into his hand. "Take her. Now."

Bukola barely had time to process before she was thrown into a black SUV, Tobi peeling out as fists pounded on the windows.

"Who was that girl?" Bukola demanded, her voice raw.

Tobi’s knuckles whitened on the wheel. "My baby sister. Adeleke raped her three years ago. When I confronted him, he had me thrown out of three churches." A muscle jumped in his jaw. "I joined your tour to get close to him. To destroy him."

The confession hit like a slap. "So I was… what? Bait?"

Tobi swerved down a dark alley, killing the headlights. Then he turned to her, eyes burning. "At first." His hand cupped her cheek. "Then I fell for you. Hard."

Bukola wanted to pull away.

She couldn’t.

The abandoned church on Lagos’ outskirts smelled of dust and old hymns. Moonlight bled through stained glass, painting Tobi’s skin in fractured colors as he backed her against the peeling altar.

"You used me," she whispered.

"I saved you," he corrected, hands caging her hips. "That recording was mine. I’ve waited years to ruin him."

Bukola’s pulse pounded in her throat. "You lied."

"So did you." His thumb traced her lower lip. "All those pretty sermons about purity. While you moaned my name in the studio."

A whimper escaped her.

Tobi’s mouth crashed down.


This wasn’t love.

This was war.

His teeth scraped her neck as he lifted her onto the altar, her legs wrapping around his waist. The wood creaked beneath them, a blasphemous counterpoint to their ragged breaths.

"Tell me to stop," he growled, hands tearing at her dress.

She arched into him instead.

When he entered her, it was with a groan that sounded like **prayer and punishment** tangled together. Each thrust was a vow— lied, I want you, I’ll burn for this.

Bukola clawed at his back, her cries echoing off the vaulted ceiling like a corrupted choir. Above them, a broken stained-glass angel watched, its face shattered.

She came with a sob.

Tobi followed, his forehead pressed to hers, their sweat mingling like holy water and sin.

After, as they lay tangled on a pew, Bukola’s phone buzzed.

A notification from Mama Nkechi:

"Adeleke arrested. But he has powerful friends. They’re coming for you both. RUN."

Tobi sat up, muscles tense. "We need to—"

Sirens wailed in the distance.

Bukola’s blood froze.

Tobi grabbed her hand. "Back door. Now."

They barely made it to the car before headlights flooded the parking lot.

As tires screeched into the night, one question burned hotter than guilt:

Who betrayed them this time?

TO BE CONTINUED…

WILL THEY TRUST EACH OTHER—OR WILL THE PAST TEAR THEM APART?

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Be careful who you welcome into your home. Not every househelp came to serve.

THE HOUSEHELP’S SECRET – Episode 3

That night, Ada couldn’t sleep.

The photo. The initials. The woman’s smile — it was still burning in her mind like a flame that refused to die. She knew the truth was hidden in this house. And now, she was closer than ever to uncovering it.

But she wasn’t the only one awake.
In the master bedroom, Madam Eze sat upright, watching her husband as he scrolled through his phone.

“Why did you freeze when you saw the househelp this morning?” she asked without blinking.
Mr. Eze didn’t look up. “I told you. She just reminded me of someone.”
“Ada?” she pressed. “Or her mother?”

That made him pause. Slowly, he turned to look at his wife. “What are you saying?”
Madam Eze leaned forward. “I saw the way you looked at her. Like you saw a ghost. Don’t lie to me, Chuka.”

He stood and walked to the window, silent.
From the hallway, little Nkem was standing behind the door. Listening. Watching. Her young mind was processing fast.

The next morning, while everyone was still asleep, Nkem snuck into the living room. She went to the bookshelf and started searching for the photo she had seen Ada holding.
It was gone.
Ada had hidden it somewhere else.

But something else caught her eye — an old journal with the name “E.D.” on the cover.
She opened it.
The first page was innocent — business notes, expenses.
But the third page stopped her heart.

> “I told her never to come here again. The child must never know the truth.”

Nkem blinked. What child?
What truth?
Suddenly, she heard footsteps.
Ada was standing behind her.

“You shouldn’t be reading that,” Ada said calmly, but there was something icy in her tone.
Nkem clutched the journal. “Who are you?”
Ada leaned down, her voice low but firm.
“I’m here for answers. And I’ll get them — with or without your help.”

Nkem stared at her. “Are you… are you my sister?”
Ada didn’t reply. She just walked away.
And for the first time in her life, Nkem felt truly afraid — not of Ada, but of the truth.

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Could Ada really be connected to the family by blood?
What is Mr. Eze hiding?
And why is the journal so important?

Drop your theories in the comments! Episode 4 is where secrets begin to crack wide open.

Written by Queen Novo

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Understanding the Full C-Suite:
CEO, COO, CFO, CMO AND CTO

1. Main Leadership Roles

CEO – Leads the company through vision and strategic direction

COO – Oversees daily operations and executes strategic plans

CFO – Manages all financial aspects, both internal and external

CMO – Drives marketing, brand storytelling, and communication

CTO – Oversees technological systems, innovation, and efficiency
.

2. On Strategic Vision

CEO – Sets and drives the overarching strategy and growth

COO – Implements the vision through effective operational execution

CFO – Ensures financial discipline and sustainability

CMO – Aligns marketing strategy with business vision

CTO – Aligns tech innovation with long-term strategic goals
.

3. Stakeholder Relations

CEO – Public face of the company, engages with top stakeholders

COO – Coordinates internal teams and departments for smooth delivery

CFO – Reports financials to the board and investors

CMO – Engages with customers and markets to build brand trust

CTO – Communicates tech strategy to internal teams and partners
.

4. Impact on Company’s Values & Benchmarks

CEO – Defines and champions corporate values

COO – Ensures processes align with company values

CFO – Sets and tracks financial benchmarks

CMO – Upholds brand values through campaigns

CTO – Embeds innovation and efficiency into company culture
.
.

5. Role in Market Strategy

CEO – Leads global expansion and long-term positioning

COO – Ensures seamless operations in target markets

CFO – Maximizes returns in existing markets

CMO – Penetrates markets through branding and promotions

CTO – Enables market reach through scalable tech solutions
.
.

6. Client Focus

CEO – Focuses on major partnerships and acquisition

COO – Enhances delivery and service quality

CFO – Drives retention via value-based pricing

CMO – Engages and retains clients through storytelling and loyalty

CTO – Improves client experience through technology
.
.

7. Risk Management

CEO – Sets the company’s risk appetite

COO – Mitigates execution risks

CFO – Manages financial and compliance risks

CMO – Guards brand reputation

CTO – Manages cybersecurity and tech-related risks
.
.
8. Relation to the Brand

CEO – Shapes and evolves the brand identity

COO – Maintains delivery consistency in line with brand promise

CFO – Evaluates brand performance metrics

CMO – Crafts and amplifies the brand story

CTO – Ensures the digital experience aligns with brand expectations
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9. Role in Investments

CEO – Determines high-level investment strategy

COO – Allocates resources effectively

CFO – Manages investment portfolios

CMO – Invests in market positioning and brand assets

CTO – Invests in scalable and innovative tech infrastructure
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10. Involvement in Product Lifecycle

CEO – Champions product innovation and market fit

COO – Manages production and delivery timelines

CFO – Assesses product profitability and ROI

CMO – Positions and promotes products in the market

CTO – Supports development, testing, and tech performance

Conclusion
A fully empowered C-Class Team is the backbone of every thriving global brand. Each executive plays a unique yet interconnected role in driving vision, execution, financial growth, brand excellence, and innovation. It’s exciting to know that we're getting there.
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Be careful who you welcome into your home. Not every househelp came to serve.

THE HOUSEHELP’S SECRET – Episode 2

By 5 a.m., Ada was already sweeping the compound.

She moved silently, her bare feet making no sound against the cold concrete. She knew someone was watching — she could feel it — but she didn’t turn. She had learned long ago: Don’t reveal what you know.

From behind the curtain upstairs, Nkem, the only daughter of Madam Eze, was watching. 13 years old and curious beyond her age, Nkem whispered to herself, “This new girl is different…”

Later that morning, Ada was in the kitchen helping Mama Peace with breakfast. She moved like someone who had done this a thousand times. Every chop of the onion, every stir of the pot — quiet and focused.

“Are you sure you haven’t worked in a hotel before?” Mama Peace asked, suspiciously.
Ada smiled softly. “No ma.”
Mama Peace eyed her again. There was no pride in the girl, but there was a calmness that felt… too mature.

At breakfast, Mr. Eze joined the table. He had just returned from a business trip the night before and hadn’t met Ada yet. When she walked in with the tray of food, their eyes met — and something shifted in his expression.

He froze.
Ada quickly lowered her gaze and greeted, “Good morning sir.”
He didn’t answer immediately.

Then, with a forced smile, he nodded. “Morning.”
Madam Eze noticed. She watched him carefully.
After Ada left, she asked, “You know her?”
He shook his head too quickly. “No. Why?”
“You were staring.”

Mr. Eze sipped his tea and cleared his throat. “I was just thinking. She reminds me of someone.”
Later that evening, as Ada mopped the living room, she paused by the family bookshelf. Her eyes scanned through titles — books, photo albums, old journals…

She saw a photo half-tucked behind a book. She pulled it out slowly. It was a picture of a baby wrapped in a blue shawl — the same one from the golden frame in the living room. But this one was different.
There was another woman in this photo.
And it wasn’t Madam Eze.

Ada’s hand trembled slightly as she looked at the woman’s face. She turned the photo over. A date was written there. And three initials.
A single tear rolled down her cheek.
Behind her, a shadow appeared. Nkem was watching from the corridor.

“Who is that woman?” the girl asked innocently.
Ada quickly hid the photo back behind the book. “No one.”
But Nkem’s eyes narrowed. “You’re hiding something.”
Ada looked at her and whispered, “And so are your parents.”

What do you think is going on between Ada and Mr. Eze?
Why did Ada cry when she saw the photo?
Should Nkem start investigating?

Drop your thoughts in the comments. Let’s talk. Episode 3 will shock you!

Written by Queen Novo

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Be careful who you welcome into your home… not every househelp came to serve.”

THE HOUSEHELP’S SECRET

Episode 1 – The Girl at the Gate

The sun was already dipping when the security man walked into the living room and cleared his throat.
“Madam… the new girl don come.”
Madam Eze didn’t even look up from her phone. “Tell her to wait.”

She was irritated. She had gone through three househelps in six months. One stole her gold chain. Another broke a bottle and lied. The last one… well, the girl got pregnant and claimed the father was her husband’s younger brother. Total madness.

She was done with nonsense.
“Bring her in,” she finally said.

A minute later, a slim, dark-skinned girl walked in. She was about 19, with neatly plaited hair and eyes that looked down, never meeting anyone's gaze. Her wrapper was faded, her blouse plain. But there was something strange about her presence — something quiet but strong.

“What’s your name?” Madam Eze asked, sizing her up.
“Ada, ma.”
“You’ve worked before?”
“Yes ma. For two years in Owerri.”
Madam Eze folded her arms. “Why did you leave?”

Ada hesitated. Her fingers trembled slightly as she clutched the handle of her small bag.
“They… relocated,” she said simply.

Madam Eze eyed her closely. Something in that answer didn’t sit right, but she shrugged it off. “You’ll start tomorrow. Nkem is my only daughter. You do anything funny around her, I’ll send you to the village myself. Are we clear?”

“Yes ma.”

“Good. Go to the boys’ quarters. You’ll meet Mama Peace there. She’ll show you around.”
As Ada turned to leave, her eyes swept briefly across the living room — the golden frames, the family pictures, the expensive couches — then rested for a second on a photo of Madam Eze holding a newborn baby.

Her eyes softened.
She looked away quickly, but not before Madam Eze noticed.
“You know that baby?” the madam asked, suspicious.
Ada blinked. “No ma.”

“Hmm.”

Ada left quietly. As she stepped out into the evening breeze, she whispered under her breath.
“God, you’ve brought me this far… don’t let me fail.”
Inside the house, Madam Eze shivered suddenly. She didn’t know why. But something about that girl… didn’t feel right.

And deep in her heart, she had a strange feeling:
This girl was not just a househelp.

> What do you think Ada is hiding?
Should Madam Eze have trusted her?
Drop your thoughts in the comments… Episode 2 drops tomorrow!

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The Trials of Mbeku

By Greatman Onwukwe: Sir GMAN

Scene 1: The Feast in the Sky

Mbeku, the cunning tortoise, overheard the birds discussing a grand feast to be held in the sky. Eager to partake, he approached the birds with a proposal.

"I am but a humble tortoise," he began, "and I have heard of your feast in the sky." "I beg of you, allow me to join you."

The birds, amused by his request, agreed, and Mbeku joined them on their journey to the heavens.

Scene 2: The Deception

Upon reaching the celestial realm, the birds were greeted with a bountiful spread of food. Mbeku, seizing the opportunity, addressed the assembly.

"I come from a distant land, and in my tongue, 'Mbeku' means 'All of you.'" "Therefore, this feast is meant for all of you."

The birds, taken aback by his audacity, protested, but Mbeku insisted, and consumed the entire feast, leaving nothing for the others.

Scene 3: The Fall

Angered by Mbeku's greed, the birds decided to teach him a lesson. They retrieved their feathers, leaving Mbeku grounded. In his attempt to return to earth, Mbeku fell, and his shell became cracked upon landing.

Scene 4: The Return

Mbeku returned to his village, but his kin, seeing his broken shell, mocked him. "Mbeku," they laughed, "you went to the sky as a king, but returned as a beggar."

Scene 5: The Lesson

Mbeku's tale serves as a cautionary story about the consequences of greed and deceit. It is a reminder that one's actions, especially those driven by selfish desires, can lead to downfall and ridicule.

Scene 6: The Village's Reflection

The elders of the village gathered the community to reflect on Mbeku's story. They emphasized the importance of humility and warned against the pitfalls of arrogance and dishonesty.

Scene 7: The Rebuilding

Inspired by the lessons learned, the villagers worked together to rebuild their community. They organized feasts that celebrated unity and shared resources, ensuring that no one went hungry.

Scene 8: The Legacy

The story of Mbeku became a cherished tale, passed down through generations. It served as a moral compass, guiding the actions of the villagers and reinforcing the values of honesty, humility, and community.

Scene 9: The Song

To commemorate the lesson, a song was composed, celebrating the virtues of integrity and the strength found in unity. The song became a staple at community gatherings, reinforcing the moral of Mbeku's tale.

Scene 10: The Continuation

As time passed, the village prospered. The lessons from Mbeku's story continued to influence the community's culture, fostering an environment where greed was shunned, and cooperation thrived.

Scene 11: The Elders' Council

The elders established a council to oversee the moral upbringing of the youth. They organized storytelling sessions, where tales like that of Mbeku were narrated, ensuring that the wisdom of the past guided the future.

Scene 12: The Reflection

On quiet evenings, the villagers would gather by the riverbank, reflecting on their journey. They would recount the trials of Mbeku, reinforcing the community's commitment to the values of honesty, humility, and unity.

Scene 13: The Farewell

As the episode concluded, the narrator left the villagers in a state of contemplation, pondering the timeless lessons embedded in the story of Mbeku. The tale served as a mirror, reflecting the virtues and vices within themselves, encouraging continuous growth and communal harmony.

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Welcome to Benue state of Nigeria, where love is the prevailing sentiment. It is the sole state in Nigeria where adults engage in communal eating, gaming, stream visits, and storytelling. The cultural attire is uniquely characterized by the Tiv person's white and black stripes, the Igede's blue and black stripes, and the Idoma people's black and red stripes. For those on a quest for authentic love, this is the perfect destination. Here, you will encounter genuine love, and I am confident that you will express appreciation later. I hold you all in high regard, my beautiful Benue people. #Benue

“I never planned to be an actor. I actually studied Microbiology at the University of Calabar. Back then, I thought I’d end up in a lab, wearing a white coat and doing research. But deep inside me, I always loved storytelling and performing. During school dramas, I felt alive—like I had found my true calling.

After graduation, I gave acting a try, thinking it was just for fun. But the more I acted, the more I realized this was where I belonged. Today, I'm grateful I followed my heart. Science gave me discipline, but acting gave me life.”

— EMMACKHub

Welcome to Safe Space — a sanctuary for the soul, the heart, and the mind.

Here, we embrace healing, growth, and real talks. This channel is a gentle refuge where stories are told, voices are heard, emotions are honored, and no one is judged. Whether you're navigating mental health struggles, rediscovering your identity, healing from pain, or simply seeking peace, Safe Space is for you.

You’ll find a blend of emotional wellness content, inspiring voiceovers, affirmations, real-life confessions, brotherhood/ sisterhood chats, and spiritual encouragement. We also explore healing through creative expression—spoken word, journaling, storytelling, and more.

This is a place for both men women, for dreamers, for the hurting and the healing. A space where faith meets vulnerability, where your truth is welcome, and your journey is respected.

You are safe here. You are seen. You are not alone.

Title: The Porcupine Who Shared Her Quills

In the heart of the golden savanna, where the winds hummed lullabies and the stars blinked like ancestral eyes, lived a porcupine named Noma. She was quiet, thoughtful, and covered in sharp, glistening quills. The animals often avoided her—not out of cruelty, but caution.

“She’s too prickly to be close to,” whispered the hare.
“She carries weapons on her back,” murmured the mongoose.

So Noma wandered alone.

But she watched. And she listened. And she loved them all from afar.

One year, a fierce lion from the northern hills crossed into the savanna. He was wounded, hungry, and angry. He roared his fury into the wind and declared, “This land is mine now!”

The animals trembled. No one dared challenge him. The zebra ran. The baboons hid. Even the cheetah stayed silent.

Then, Noma stepped forward.

The lion snarled. “You? With your little feet and needles?”

“I have no teeth like yours,” she said calmly. “But I do have a gift.”

One by one, she pulled her own quills from her back and laid them in the dust.

“For the birds—make arrows to fly.”
“For the hedgehogs—guard your dens.”
“For the buffalo—defend your young.”
“For the antelope—mark your paths.”

The animals were stunned. Her pain became their protection.

With Noma’s quills, the savanna stood as one.

And when the lion charged again, he found not one enemy—but a forest of unity. He turned and fled into the mountains.

That night, the animals circled Noma. They no longer feared her quills—they honored them. And in the center of the clearing, they built a nest of her feathers of strength.

She had not fought with anger—but with sacrifice.

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Moral Lessons:
1. True strength is not in how much you keep—but in how much you’re willing to give.
2. Even what makes you different can become a gift when shared in love.
3. A single act of courage can inspire unity in the face of fear.

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POOR GIRL WAS FIXING HER MAKEUP IN A CAR WINDOW UNAWARE SOMEONE WAS WATCHING

Mara stood by the roadside, squinting into the tinted window of a sleek black car. Her reflection stared back, smudged and tired. She dabbed on cheap lipstick and patted her cracked powder compact, trying to look presentable before catching the bus home. She had just finished cleaning offices downtown—her part-time job barely paid enough to survive, but she managed.
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She didn’t care whose car it was. It was just a mirror to her. But what she didn’t know was that someone was inside.

Liam sat silently in the back seat, watching her with curious eyes. A billionaire known for his ruthless business deals and cold demeanor, he wasn’t easily impressed. But there was something about this girl. The way she pouted at her reflection, the determined strokes of her lipstick, the innocence in her eyes. She had no idea someone was watching… and that someone was him.

As she adjusted her scarf and stepped back, Mara caught a strange movement in the glass. Her heart skipped. She leaned closer—and froze. A man was inside, staring right at her.

“Oh my God…” she gasped, stumbling back. “I’m so sorry!”

She turned quickly to leave, mortified. But then she heard a deep, calm voice behind her.

“Hey, you. What’s your name?”

Mara paused. No rich man had ever spoken to her like that before—without mockery or pity. She clutched her worn-out handbag, unsure what to do.

“…Mara,” she replied, voice barely above a whisper.

Liam stepped out of the car, tall and commanding. His eyes studied her like she was a puzzle.

“Do you always use strangers’ cars as mirrors?” he asked, the hint of a smirk on his lips.

Her face flushed, but she lifted her chin. “Only when I can’t afford a real one.”

That confidence… unexpected, unpolished. It made Liam smile for the first time in days.

He reached into his jacket and pulled out a sleek business card, handing it to her.

“You’re bold. I like that. Come work for me.”

Mara blinked at the card, stunned. Was this a prank?

“W-Work? As what?”

“My personal assistant.”

She stared at him, speechless. Was he serious? What did a billionaire want with a girl who cleaned floors for a living?

But Liam was already leaning against his car like he had all the time in the world.

That night, Mara didn’t sleep. The card sat on her small table, almost glowing. Her entire world had shifted with a single sentence.

The next morning, she called the number.

Liam’s assistant answered instantly. “Mr. Liam asked me to expect your call. Can you come to the office today?”

Her heart pounded.

She walked into Liam’s company—towering glass walls, sharp-dressed workers, luxury dripping from every corner. And there she was, in her only clean dress, shoes that had seen better days.

When she entered his office, Liam didn’t look surprised.

“I want you as my personal assistant,” he repeated, calmly.

“I-I don’t have any qualifications,” she stammered.

“I’m not hiring a degree,” he said, leaning forward. “I’m hiring honesty. Loyalty. Boldness. Things you showed me without even trying.”

Mara swallowed hard.

“Unless…” Liam added with a teasing smile, “you’d prefer to keep fixing makeup on random car windows forever?”

Her lips parted, but no words came out. All she knew was—her life was about to change.

And it all began with a little makeup and the wrong window.

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